When you choose to become sober, you might worry that your life is going to become boring. You may ask yourself, is my life really going to get better? Am I ever going to be able to have fun again without drinking or using substances? Is getting sober even worth it? Well, we are here […]
In this time of worldwide pandemic and a focus on physical health, it’s easy to forget people who are suffering from what’s often a silent, invisible illness. Millions of people around the world suffer from mental health disorders. These include anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more. Unfortunately, they are often ignored or placed last on the […]
The global Coronavirus pandemic has wrought havoc upon everybody worldwide. Nobody’s life has remained untouched by this illness, and everyone is having to make adjustments to their routine at this time. One group of people that is experiencing a lot of stress and upheaval right now is those who are struggling with drug addiction and […]
If you’re worried that there’s a possibility that one of your loved ones may be experiencing drug or alcohol addiction, you’re probably feeling pretty scared, wondering how you can help and if you even have real reason to worry. We get it. The potential of somebody you care about hiding a drug addiction is a […]
There are few things in life more challenging than having a loved one struggle with drug addiction. Every year, close to 20 million Americans and their loved ones from all walks of life battle drug dependencies. Among them, an estimated 5% of sufferers or their loved ones even acknowledge the issue. In other words, you’ve […]
Addiction Recovery New Year’s Resolutions As the clock strikes 12 on midnight, a new year is upon us filled with endless possibilities about the better person we hope to be and all the goals we hope to achieve this upcoming year. But for those of us in addiction recovery, New Year’s resolutions are more than […]
Tips to Keep your Sobriety during the Holiday Season From mid-November through the New Year, our schedules are suddenly jam-packed with office parties, brunches, family holiday dinners and so much more. While many people look forward to this time of year to celebrate in all the merriment & festivities, people who are in recovery tend […]
An Open Letter to Parents Sending their Child to a Rehabilitation Center It is one of the most difficult and unimaginable situations a parent will ever have to face: the realization that their own child is deep into a drug or alcohol addiction. The warning signs have been creeping into daily normality for quite some […]
Sober October: Benefits of Not Drinking for 31 Days Sober October, much like Dry January, involves challenging yourself to cut out alcohol for 31 days. People chose to participate in this month-long wellness experiment for many reasons. Whether it is to achieve a weight loss goal, focus on your mental health, teaming with your recovering […]